Admissions

How to Apply

Start and submit your online application using these simple steps.

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An Overview of Erikson Institute’s Application Process

Take the first step towards your graduate school career.

Applying to graduate school is a big decision. Make sure you have everything you need so you can start your journey on schedule.

Choose Your Program

Explore our master degrees, certificate and endorsements, licensures, and doctorate programs to find your path.

Fulfill Requirements

Make sure you have the background criteria, documentation, contact details for references, and transcripts in place to simplify the application process. Prepare for your application essays.

Plan Your Finances

Complete your FAFSA, review tuition and fees, and explore options to make sure you have access to the right funding sources for your graduate work.

Complete Your Application

Create your account in seconds and start your online application immediately. Have your documents ready to accelerate the application process.

Spring 2027 Admissions Dates

Accepting applications for MSCD Core, MSECE EI, MSECE T3, and MSW

SPRING 2027
October 2, 2026	Priority Application Deadline for Scholarships
December 4, 2026	Final Application Deadline
Week of January 11, 2027	Spring 2027 Classes Begin

Fall 2027 Admissions Dates

Accepting applications for all programs

FALL 2027
January 15, 2027	Final Application Deadline for PhD Program
January 15, 2027	Early Decision Deadline for Child Life Program
May 5, 2027	Priority Application Deadline for Scholarships
July 16, 2027	Final Application Deadline
Week of August 30, 2027	Fall 2027 Classes Begin

Schedule Your Erikson Tour

While not a necessary step in the application process, scheduling a campus tour is a great way to get to know our faculty and student resources.

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What Makes an Erikson Student?

We take a holistic and personalized approach to the review of your application.

While your GPA is a factor for admission, we’re really looking for those who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a commitment to the children we serve.

If you’re interested in improving the lives of children and families, please apply — regardless of financial need, citizenship, and immigration or documentation status. We are committed to supporting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy, and our alumni community includes individuals who have received DACA status.

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Admissions and Recruitment Code of Conduct

Evan Tracy

MS Early Childhood Education 2013

“ At Erikson, you’ll be immersed in information, tools and practices that you’ll use again and again. Prepared to be your most powerful and to find an ever growing confidence in your own expertise. ”

Luis Bernard

MS Early Childhood Education 2019

“ I can say that behind my Erikson Institute diploma, there are many caring professionals who are truly dedicated to my own progress and achievement in and out of school. ”